Amanda McKenzie
Amanda is an Emmy-nominated and award-winning journalist. Since 2018, Amanda has loved being part of the FOX 35 'Good Day Orlando' morning news team.
While she was born and raised in the Sunshine State, she has moved to three other states as a broadcast journalist. Most recently, she reported for News 13 in Orlando, investigating community concerns and covering court cases.
Prior to her move back to Central Florida, she reported in Greensboro, North Carolina for Time Warner Cable News, where she was recognized as one of the top reporters in the state by The Associated Press. While in Greensboro, she provided complete and continuous coverage of the John Edwards campaign finance trial from the federal courthouse. And before moving to North Carolina, Amanda worked as a reporter for WAKA-CBS in Montgomery, Alabama, where she covered national stories, such as Alabama's controversial law on illegal immigration, and the devastating tornadoes that ripped through the state, causing severe damage and hundreds of fatalities.
Amanda completed graduate work at the New York Film Academy in Manhattan, where she studied broadcast journalism in a program affiliated with NBC News. She graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Florida's College of Journalism and Communications. While in college, Amanda completed internships at NBC's 'Today' show in New York City and WCJB TV20 News in her hometown of Gainesville.
In her free time, Amanda enjoys going for runs, traveling and playing with her Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, named Rosy.
The latest from Amanda McKenzie
Florida woman honored with FOX 35 Care Force Award for reuniting more than 2,500 lost pets
FOX35 Care Force is recognizing the impressive work of a woman with a heart of gold as she leads a group of volunteers to reunite lost pets with their families.
Director of victim services in Orange County honored with CareForce award
Erin McCaulley, the director of victim services in Orange County, has dedicated more than 20 years to serving victims and families in our community.
UCF, Nemours Children’s Health partner to address pediatrician shortage
The University of Central Florida (UCF) and Nemours Children’s Hospital jointly announced a significant partnership on Wednesday to train future pediatric doctors, addressing a projected shortage of physicians across Florida by 2035.
Orange County honors fallen deputy sheriff who died in the line of duty
On Wednesday, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office dedicated a sign on the Little Econ Greenway in Orlando in honor of Deputy Sheriff Thomas Ingram, who was killed in the line of duty by a drunk driver.
Port Orange Police Department volunteer surprised with 100th birthday celebration: 'I just love it'
Mary Wittmeyer was stunned walking into the Port Orange Police Department for what she thought would be a quick meeting. Instead, it was a birthday party for her in a room filled with local leaders, her fellow Volunteers in Policing Services (known as VIPS) and there was another surprise on her 100th birthday.
FC Barcelona, Manchester City coming to Orlando's Camping World Stadium in July
FC Barcelona and Manchester City F.C. are coming to Orlando's Camping World this summer.
Seminole County victim advocate coordinator honored with FOX 35 Care Force Award
FOX 35 is recognizing the work of a special kind of first responder – a victim advocate. Victim advocates like Linmary Green often meet people during the worst hours and days of their lives. They provide support and assistance through all sorts of trauma, like a child drowning, fatal fires, shootings and violence.
Flooding fears in DeLand have homeowners on edge: 'The infrastructure is ruined'
Homeowners in Deland told FOX 35 News that they have been battling flood water since neighborhoods were built nearby at higher elevations.
Couples married for decades renew vows at Brevard Zoo on Valentine’s Day
More than 20 couples that have been married for more than 25 years gathered at the Brevard Zoo to renew their wedding vows this Valentine’s Day.
Orlando family of boy born with rare genetic disorder making progress in research for a cure
Patients like him never learn to walk or say more than a few words, and most do not live to see their fifth birthday.